Rap-A-Lot Records
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Rap-a-Lot Records is a Houston hip hop record label
. Rap-a-Lot was created in 1986. Sublabels include Smoke-a-Lot Records
. The label was founded by James Prince
in the mid-1980s and, with its most famous act the Geto Boys
, put the South on the hip hop map. Since then, it has maintained its success and focus on gangsta
and southern rap
. It was distributed through the 1990s by the EMI
labels Priority Records (1991–1994) and Virgin Records (1994–2000). During the 2000s, it was distributed by WEA's Asylum Records
. It was referenced by the Notorious B.I.G.
on the song "Flava in Ya Ear (remix)" when he said, "I'm not from Houston, but I Rap-a-Lot." At the end of the Devin the Dude
song "What a Job" featuring Snoop Dogg
, Snoop congratulates the record company by saying, "J. Prince, Jas Prince, Rap-a-Lot, still on top, 2007." Geto Boys
were the labels first nationally popular act, while Devin the Dude
, whom The New York Times
called "a brilliant oddball with a spaced-out flow.", and whose contract ended in 2008, was, for 15 years, the label's longest-running act.
J. Prince Jr., the son of J. Prince, has a label distributed by Rap-a-Lot called Southern Empire Entertainment.
J. Prince's younger son Jas Prince also was responsible for discovering Young Money/Ca$h Money/Universal Records recording artist Drake" and holds the artist in a Rap-a-Lot management contract.
Drake is also part of the Rap-A-Lot family as J.Prince himself confirmed saying "Let's Welcome Drake, the newest member of the family". But he is not signed as an artist.
On May 18, 2010, Rap-a-Lot Records announced that it recently signed a distribution deal with Fontana Distribution.
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Geto Boys "Car Freaks"
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Record label
In the music industry, a record label is a brand and a trademark associated with the marketing of music recordings and music videos. Most commonly, a record label is the company that manages such brands and trademarks, coordinates the production, manufacture, distribution, marketing and promotion,...
. Rap-a-Lot was created in 1986. Sublabels include Smoke-a-Lot Records
Smoke-A-Lot Records
Smoke-a-Lot Records, distributed by Rap-a-Lot Records, is a record label founded and owned by rapper Yukmouth and manager Kat Gaynor. The name comes from Yukmouth's Luniz nickname, "Smoke-a-Lot". The label itself is home to artists including The Luniz, Dru Down, Thug Lordz , The Regime, and...
. The label was founded by James Prince
James Prince
James Prince is the CEO of Houston-based Rap-a-Lot Records.Prince, who for 20 years has worked to promote Houston's rap scene and rap artists, is now working to promote underprivileged neighborhoods and communities...
in the mid-1980s and, with its most famous act the Geto Boys
Geto Boys
Geto Boys is a rap group from Houston, Texas, consisting of Scarface, Willie D and Bushwick Bill. The Geto Boys earned notoriety for its lyrics which included misogyny, gore, psychotic experiences, and necrophilia...
, put the South on the hip hop map. Since then, it has maintained its success and focus on gangsta
Gangsta rap
Gangsta Rap is a subgenre of hip hop music that evolved from hardcore hip hop and purports to reflect urban crime and the violent lifestyles of inner-city youths. Lyrics in gangsta rap have varied from accurate reflections to fictionalized accounts. Gangsta is a non-rhotic pronunciation of the word...
and southern rap
Southern rap
Southern hip hop, also called Southern rap, is a genre of American music influenced by hip hop that emerged from a late-1980s club-oriented vibe in southern U.S...
. It was distributed through the 1990s by the EMI
EMI
The EMI Group, also known as EMI Music or simply EMI, is a multinational music company headquartered in London, United Kingdom. It is the fourth-largest business group and family of record labels in the recording industry and one of the "big four" record companies. EMI Group also has a major...
labels Priority Records (1991–1994) and Virgin Records (1994–2000). During the 2000s, it was distributed by WEA's Asylum Records
Asylum Records
Asylum Records is an American record label founded in 1971 by David Geffen, and partner Elliot Roberts, who had previously worked as agents at the William Morris Agency. Founded specifically to provide a record contract for Jackson Browne, the label signed Tom Waits, Linda Ronstadt, Joni Mitchell...
. It was referenced by the Notorious B.I.G.
The Notorious B.I.G.
Christopher George Latore Wallace , best known as The Notorious B.I.G., was an American rapper. He was also known as Biggie Smalls , Big Poppa, and The Black Frank White .Wallace was raised in the Brooklyn borough...
on the song "Flava in Ya Ear (remix)" when he said, "I'm not from Houston, but I Rap-a-Lot." At the end of the Devin the Dude
Devin the Dude
Devin Copeland , better known by his stage name, Devin the Dude, is a Houston hip hop artist, and rapper. He is best known for his unique rapping style, his long career signed to Rap-A-Lot Records, and his 2002 song, "Lacville '79"....
song "What a Job" featuring Snoop Dogg
Snoop Dogg
Calvin Cordozar Broadus, Jr. , better known by his stage name Snoop Dogg, is an American rapper, record producer, and actor. Snoop is best known as a rapper in the West Coast hip hop scene, and for being one of Dr. Dre's most notable protégés. Snoop Dogg was a Crip gang member while in high school...
, Snoop congratulates the record company by saying, "J. Prince, Jas Prince, Rap-a-Lot, still on top, 2007." Geto Boys
Geto Boys
Geto Boys is a rap group from Houston, Texas, consisting of Scarface, Willie D and Bushwick Bill. The Geto Boys earned notoriety for its lyrics which included misogyny, gore, psychotic experiences, and necrophilia...
were the labels first nationally popular act, while Devin the Dude
Devin the Dude
Devin Copeland , better known by his stage name, Devin the Dude, is a Houston hip hop artist, and rapper. He is best known for his unique rapping style, his long career signed to Rap-A-Lot Records, and his 2002 song, "Lacville '79"....
, whom The New York Times
The New York Times
The New York Times is an American daily newspaper founded and continuously published in New York City since 1851. The New York Times has won 106 Pulitzer Prizes, the most of any news organization...
called "a brilliant oddball with a spaced-out flow.", and whose contract ended in 2008, was, for 15 years, the label's longest-running act.
J. Prince Jr., the son of J. Prince, has a label distributed by Rap-a-Lot called Southern Empire Entertainment.
J. Prince's younger son Jas Prince also was responsible for discovering Young Money/Ca$h Money/Universal Records recording artist Drake" and holds the artist in a Rap-a-Lot management contract.
Drake is also part of the Rap-A-Lot family as J.Prince himself confirmed saying "Let's Welcome Drake, the newest member of the family". But he is not signed as an artist.
On May 18, 2010, Rap-a-Lot Records announced that it recently signed a distribution deal with Fontana Distribution.
Discography
19882 Bad Brothers
Geto Boys "Car Freaks"
- RaheemRaheem (Rapper)Raheem, real name Oscar Ceres, is a Houston hip hop rapper and an original member of the Geto Boys who left to pursue a solo career, starting with 1988's The Vigilante LP which featured the hit track "Dance Floor". His second album, The Invincible, was released on Rap-A-Lot Records in...
- The Vigilante - Ghetto BoysGeto BoysGeto Boys is a rap group from Houston, Texas, consisting of Scarface, Willie D and Bushwick Bill. The Geto Boys earned notoriety for its lyrics which included misogyny, gore, psychotic experiences, and necrophilia...
- Making TroubleMaking TroubleMaking Trouble is the debut album by Houston Hip Hop group the Geto Boys, then known as the Ghetto Boys. The group originally consisted of Bushwick Bill, DJ Ready Red, Sire Jukebox and Prince Johnny C. Following the release of Making Trouble, Rap-A-Lot Records dropped Sire Jukebox and Johnny C from... - Royal Flush - Uh Oh!
- Def IV - Nice and Hard
1989
- Ghetto BoysGeto BoysGeto Boys is a rap group from Houston, Texas, consisting of Scarface, Willie D and Bushwick Bill. The Geto Boys earned notoriety for its lyrics which included misogyny, gore, psychotic experiences, and necrophilia...
- Grip It! On That Other LevelGrip It! On That Other LevelGrip It! On That Other Level is the second album by Houston hip hop group the Geto Boys, then known as the Ghetto Boys. Following the disappointing results of the group's first album, Making Trouble, Rap-A-Lot Records replaced original rapping members, Sire Jukebox and Prince Johnny with Scarface ... - Willie DWillie DWillie D is an American rapper who gained fame as the lead member of the pioneering rap group from Houston, Geto Boys. Despite his reputation for being a hardcore artist who pens often provocative lyrics, Willie D is known for his diligent work in the community and many of his songs contain...
- ControversyControversy (Willie D album)Controversy is the debut album of Willie D . "Do It Like a G.O." featured Willie D, Prince Johnny C, and Sire Jukebox on this album...
1990
- Choice - The Big PaybackThe Big PaybackThe Big Payback is the debut album by rapper Choice. It was released on July 11, 1990 through Rap-a-Lot Records. The album is best known for the first track "Payback" in which she attacks Too Short, Eazy-E, Ice Cube, Geto Boys, Willie D and N.W.A...
- Geto BoysGeto BoysGeto Boys is a rap group from Houston, Texas, consisting of Scarface, Willie D and Bushwick Bill. The Geto Boys earned notoriety for its lyrics which included misogyny, gore, psychotic experiences, and necrophilia...
- The Geto BoysThe Geto Boys (album)The Geto Boys is the self-titled album by the Geto Boys, which was released in 1990. The album contained 11 revamped tracks from its previous albums Grip It! On That Other Level and Making Trouble and three new songs...
1991
- O.G. StyleO.G. StyleEric "O.G. Style" Woods was a Houston, Texas based rapper.He began his career in 1986 as Prince Ezzy-E. He was a known local Houston celebrity due to his local college radio hits and his MC battles at area high school and block parties.In 1989, Woods changed his name to Original E after meeting...
- I Know How to Play 'EmI Know How To Play 'EmI Know How To Play 'Em is an album by O.G. Style, a hip hop group from Houston, Texas. The album was released on Rap-A-Lot Records in 1991.-Track listing:# "Intro" # "Sucker" # "Funky Payback" # "Catch 'Em Slippin"... - Convicts - Convicts
- Geto BoysGeto BoysGeto Boys is a rap group from Houston, Texas, consisting of Scarface, Willie D and Bushwick Bill. The Geto Boys earned notoriety for its lyrics which included misogyny, gore, psychotic experiences, and necrophilia...
- We Can't Be StoppedWe Can't Be StoppedWe Can't Be Stopped was the 4th studio album by Geto Boys, released in 1991. It was among their most successful records in terms of units sold. The album is broken down track-by-track by Geto Boys in Brian Coleman's book Check the Technique. We Can't Be Stopped was certified Platinum in early... - ScarfaceScarface (rapper)Brad Terrence Jordan , better known by his stage name Scarface, is an American rapper, and recording artist from Houston, Texas and a member of the Geto Boys. He is originally from South Park, Houston.-Life and career:...
- Mr. Scarface Is BackMr. Scarface Is Back- Chart positions :...
1992
- The Terrorists - Terror Strikes; Always Bizness, Never PersonalTerror Strikes; Always Bizness, Never Personal"Terror Strikes; Always Bizness, Never Personal" is the 1991 album from gangsta rap duo, The Terrorists. Members Dope E and Egypt E speak mostly on topics such as poverty, racism, violence, and other common topics of early 90's rap...
- Too Much TroubleToo Much TroubleToo Much Trouble is a defunct Rap group from Houston, Texas. The group produced three albums before disbanding in 1997.-Appearance:...
- Bringing Hell on Earth - Ganksta N-I-PGanksta N-I-PRowdy Williams, better known as Ganksta N-I-P or Ganxsta Nip, is rapper from South Park, Houston, Texas and a member of the South Park Coalition, which he joined in 1987. In 1992 he released his debut album South Park Psycho. This record also help put the South Park Coalition name on the map due...
-The South Park PsychoThe South Park PsychoThe South Park Psycho is the debut album by rapper Ganksta N-I-P. It was released on February 26, 1992 through Rap-a-Lot Records. The album features production from Ganksta N-I-P, The Terrorists, John Bido and Doug King.... - Choice - Stick-N-MooveStick-N-MooveStick-N-Moove is the second and final album released by rapper, Choice. It was released on March 2, 1992 through Rap-a-Lot Records and was produced by James Smith, Big Mello, Choice, DJ Ready C and former Geto Boys member, Prince Johnny C...
- Big MelloBig MelloCurtis Donnell Davis , better known by his stage name Big Mello, was an American rapper from Houston, Texas...
- Bone Hard Zaggin' - Prince Johnny C - It's Been a Long Rhyme Coming
- Raheem - The Invincible
- Rap-a-Lot's Underground Masters - Rap-A-Lot's Underground Masters
- Bushwick BillBushwick BillRichard Shaw , better known by the stage name Bushwick Bill, is a member of the American hip hop group Geto Boys. He was born in Jamaica, but moved to Brooklyn, NY as a young child.- History :...
- Little Big ManLittle Big Man (album)Little Big Man is the solo debut album from rapper Bushwick Bill, who had previously released albums as part of the group The Geto Boys.- Track listing :#Intro#Little Big Man#Stop Lying#Call Me Crazy#Chuckwick Little Big Man is the solo debut album from rapper Bushwick Bill, who had previously... - Willie DWillie DWillie D is an American rapper who gained fame as the lead member of the pioneering rap group from Houston, Geto Boys. Despite his reputation for being a hardcore artist who pens often provocative lyrics, Willie D is known for his diligent work in the community and many of his songs contain...
- I'm Goin' Out Lika SoldierI'm Goin' Out Lika SoldierI'm Goin' Out Lika Soldier is second album by Willie D in 1992. This album was released after a falling-out with the Geto Boys and refers to the incident on the album in the following lyric "I left Charlie Brown on the cut, 'cause I felt like Snoopy, workin for Peanuts", referring to his feeling... - Geto BoysGeto BoysGeto Boys is a rap group from Houston, Texas, consisting of Scarface, Willie D and Bushwick Bill. The Geto Boys earned notoriety for its lyrics which included misogyny, gore, psychotic experiences, and necrophilia...
- Uncut Dope - SeagramSeagram MillerSeagram Miller was an American rapper from Oakland, California.Miller released three albums in his lifetime: The hard-edged and violent The Dark Roads and the more typically laid-back west coast style Reality Check. 1997's Souls on Ice was released posthumously after Miller's death. Miller was...
- The Dark RoadsThe Dark RoadsThe Dark Roads is the debut album by American rapper Seagram, released January 19, 1993 on Rap-A-Lot Records and Priority Records. The album features guest performances by labelmates: Scarface, Ganksta N-I-P, Bushwick Bill and Willie D...
1993
- Geto BoysGeto BoysGeto Boys is a rap group from Houston, Texas, consisting of Scarface, Willie D and Bushwick Bill. The Geto Boys earned notoriety for its lyrics which included misogyny, gore, psychotic experiences, and necrophilia...
- Till Death Do Us PartTill Death Do Us Part (Geto Boys album)Till Death Do Us Part is the fifth album by Houston Hip Hop group the Geto Boys, released March 1993 on Rap-A-Lot Records. Rapper Willie D left the group in 1992 to temporarily pursue a solo career. In his position, fellow Rap-A-Lot member Big Mike joined Scarface and Bushwick Bill as the third... - 5th Ward Boyz5th Ward Boyz5th Ward Boyz is an American southern hip hop trio, based out of Houston, Texas. Their name is derived from Houston's Fifth Ward. The group signed to Rap-A-Lot Records following the Geto Boys' popularity on the label....
- Ghetto DopeGhetto DopeGhetto Dope is the debut album by the 5th Ward Boyz, released on May 4, 1993 through Rap-a-Lot Records. The album featured production from Mike Dean, N.O. Joe, James Smith and John Bido.... - Ganksta N-I-PGanksta N-I-PRowdy Williams, better known as Ganksta N-I-P or Ganxsta Nip, is rapper from South Park, Houston, Texas and a member of the South Park Coalition, which he joined in 1987. In 1992 he released his debut album South Park Psycho. This record also help put the South Park Coalition name on the map due...
- Psychic ThoughtsPsychic ThoughtsPsychic Thoughts is the second album released by rapper, Ganksta N-I-P. It was released on June 24, 1993 through Rap-a-Lot Records and was produced by famed southern hip hop producer, Mike Dean, along with Crazy C and John Bido... - Too Much TroubleToo Much TroubleToo Much Trouble is a defunct Rap group from Houston, Texas. The group produced three albums before disbanding in 1997.-Appearance:...
- Player's Choice - ScarfaceScarface (rapper)Brad Terrence Jordan , better known by his stage name Scarface, is an American rapper, and recording artist from Houston, Texas and a member of the Geto Boys. He is originally from South Park, Houston.-Life and career:...
- The World Is Yours - DMGDMG (rapper)Harold Armstrong, better known as DMG , is an American rapper formally signed to Rap-a-Lot Records.-Career:...
- RigormortizRigormortizRigormortiz is the debut album by rapper DMG. It was released on July 27, 1993 through Rap-a-Lot and Priority Records and featured production from Mike Dean, N.O. Joe and DMG's mentor Scarface. The album made it to 40 on the R&B charts and 22 on the Heatseekers chart...
1994
- 2Low - Funky Lil Brotha
- 5th Ward Boyz5th Ward Boyz5th Ward Boyz is an American southern hip hop trio, based out of Houston, Texas. Their name is derived from Houston's Fifth Ward. The group signed to Rap-A-Lot Records following the Geto Boys' popularity on the label....
- Gangsta FunkGangsta FunkGangsta Funk is the second studio album by the 5th Ward Boyz, released on February 22, 1994 through Rap-a-Lot Records.Like the group's previous album, the album was produced mostly by famed southern hip hop producers Mike Dean and N.O. Joe... - Odd SquadOdd SquadThe Odd Squad was a Southern hip-hop group consisting of Devin the Dude, Jugg Mugg, and Rob Quest. The first album, Fadanuf Fa Erybody!! was released in 1994 on Rap-A-Lot Records. The album was considered by Scarface to be the label's finest release. Having been out of print for many years,...
- Fadanuf Fa Erybody!!Fadanuf Fa Erybody!!Fadanuf Fa Erybody!! is the only album by Odd Squad, a hip hop group known for its member Devin the Dude. The other members were Jugg Mugg, and Rob Quest. The album, Fadanuf Fa Erybody!! was released in 1994 on Rap-A-Lot Records and distributed by Priority Records. The album was considered by... - Trinity Garden Cartel - Don't Blame It on da Music
- Tim Smooth - Straight Up Drivin' Em
- Blac MonksBlac MonksBlac Monks is a southern rap group consisting of Mr. 3-2, Da and Awol. In 1994 they released their debut album, Secrets of the Hidden Temple, on Rap-A-Lot Records. In 1998, Raheem and Quiet Storm joined Blac Monks on the album No Mercy....
- Secrets of the Hidden TempleSecrets of the Hidden TempleSecrets of the Hidden Temple is the 1995 album released by Blac Monks. The group consists of Houston rappers Mr. 3-2, Da and Awol. Production on the album was done by John Bido, Mike Dean and Troy Clark.-Track listing:# "Blac Monk Intro"... - SeagramSeagram MillerSeagram Miller was an American rapper from Oakland, California.Miller released three albums in his lifetime: The hard-edged and violent The Dark Roads and the more typically laid-back west coast style Reality Check. 1997's Souls on Ice was released posthumously after Miller's death. Miller was...
- Reality CheckReality Check (Seagram album)Reality Check is the second studio album by American rapper Seagram, released April 24, 1995 on Rap-A-Lot Records and Priority Records. The album was produced entirely by Jeff Gray, Seagram and Troy White... - Big MelloBig MelloCurtis Donnell Davis , better known by his stage name Big Mello, was an American rapper from Houston, Texas...
- WegonefunkwichamindWegonefunkwichamind-Track listing:# "Wind Me Up"# "Afro's & 84's"# "Funkwichamind"# "Skit"# "Dat Killa"# "Southside"# "Feva"# "Highschool Kat"# "Git Some Gone"# "Charge It 2 da Game"# "Ride 4 Yo Ass"# "Saga Uva Dope Fiend"# "Family Affair 94"# "Dat Killa"... - Big MikeBig MikeMichael Barnett, better known by his stage name Big Mike, is an American rapper from New Orleans, Louisiana. He was originally a member of Convicts with Houston rapper Mr. 3-2. Its album would be the first of many releases Mike would put out on Houston-based Rap-A-Lot Records...
- Somethin' SeriousSomethin' SeriousSomethin' Serious is the 1994 debut album by rapper Big Mike. The album reached #40 on Billboard's Billboard 200 chart and #4 on Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums... - ScarfaceScarface (rapper)Brad Terrence Jordan , better known by his stage name Scarface, is an American rapper, and recording artist from Houston, Texas and a member of the Geto Boys. He is originally from South Park, Houston.-Life and career:...
- The DiaryThe DiaryThe Diary is the highly acclaimed third album from rapper Scarface. This album is one of the few to receive a perfect rating from both The Source Magazine and XXL...
1995
- CJ MacCJ MacCJ Mac , is an African American rap artist.He released his debut EP, Color Me Funky, independently in 1991, under the name "CJ Mack." The album is out of print, and extremely rare. He returned in 1995 and released his second album, True Game on Rap-A-Lot Records in 1995 as Mad CJ Mac...
- True GameTrue GameTrue Game is the debut album by American rapper CJ Mac . It was released May 23, 1995 on Rap-A-Lot Records. The album was produced by CJ Mac and mixed and engineered by Mike Dean and James Hoover... - 5th Ward Juvenilez5th Ward JuvenilezThe 5th Ward Juvenilez was an American rap group from the 5th Ward of Houston, Texas. The group consisted of Daddy Lo, Mr. Slimm and Nickelboy and was signed to Rap-a-Lot Records....
- Deadly GroundzDeadly GroundzDeadly Groundz is the debut album by the 5th Ward Juvenilez, released on June 20, 1995 through Rap-a-Lot Records. The album featured production from popular Southern hip hop producers Mike Dean and N.O. Joe.... - Bushwick BillBushwick BillRichard Shaw , better known by the stage name Bushwick Bill, is a member of the American hip hop group Geto Boys. He was born in Jamaica, but moved to Brooklyn, NY as a young child.- History :...
- Phantom of the RapraPhantom of the Rapra-Track listing:#"Phantom's Theme" - 1:06#"Wha Cha Gonna Do" - 4:07#"Times Is Hard" - 4:16#"Who's The Biggest" - 3:52#"Ex-Girlfriend" - 4:53#"Only God Knows" - 4:04#"Already Dead" - 4:20#"The Bushwicken" - 4:06... - Poppa LQ - Your Entertainment, My Reality
- Menace ClanMenace ClanMenace Clan was an American hip-hop duo composed of Dante "Dee" Miller and Walter "Assassin" Adams formally signed to Rap-a-Lot Records.After signing with Rap-a-Lot, the duo appeared on Poppa LQ's Your Entertainment, My Reality and Bushwick Bill's Phantom of the Rapra, and contributed a verse to...
- Da HoodDa Hood (album)Da Hood is the debut album by the Menace Clan, released on October 10, 1995 through Rap-a-Lot Records.The album was unable to find much commercial success outside of Houston, only reaching number 44 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums and 33 on the Top Heatseekers... - 5th Ward Boyz5th Ward Boyz5th Ward Boyz is an American southern hip hop trio, based out of Houston, Texas. Their name is derived from Houston's Fifth Ward. The group signed to Rap-A-Lot Records following the Geto Boys' popularity on the label....
- Rated GRated GRated G is the third album by the 5th Ward Boyz, released on November 28, 1995 through Rap-a-Lot Records.Producer Mike Dean, who had produced the group's previous two albums, returned to produce the album with the three members of the 5th Ward Boyz co-producing the album. N.O...
1996
- 3-23-2Chris Barriere, better known as 3-2, previously known as Lord 3-2 and Mr. 3-2, is an American rapper from Houston. He has long affiliation with Rap-a-Lot Records....
- Wicked Buddah BabyWicked Buddah BabyWicked Buddah Baby is the debut album by southern rapper 3-2, released on September 17, 1996 through Rap-a-Lot Records.-Background:3-2 had been with Rap-a-Lot since 1991 and had previously released two group albums for label, Convicts in 1991 with the Convicts and Secrets of the Hidden Temple in... - The Almighty RSOThe Almighty RSOThe Almighty RSO was a hip hop group from Boston, Massachusetts. Members included MCs E-Devious , Ray Dog , Tony Rhome and DJ Deff Jeff.-History:...
- Doomsday: Forever RSODoomsday: Forever RSODoomsday: Forever RSO is the second album and first full-length LP released by rap group, The Almighty RSO. It was released on November 19, 1996 through Rap-a-Lot Records... - Geto BoysGeto BoysGeto Boys is a rap group from Houston, Texas, consisting of Scarface, Willie D and Bushwick Bill. The Geto Boys earned notoriety for its lyrics which included misogyny, gore, psychotic experiences, and necrophilia...
- The ResurrectionThe Resurrection (Geto Boys Album)The Resurrection is the sixth album by the Geto Boys. The album was released after the Geto Boys reunited after a 3-year breakup. It is considered to be one of the group's most critically praised albums, and the first of a one-two punch of creativity.... - Do or DieDo or DieDo or Die is an American rap trio originally from Chicago, Illinois, consisting of group members Belo Zero, N.A.R.D. and AK-47. The trio has sold more than 3 million albums. The group experienced mainstream success with the gold single "Po Pimp", Produced by The Legendary Traxster off of their...
- Picture ThisPicture This (Do or Die album)Picture This is the first album released by rap group, Do or Die. It was released on September 3, 1996 for Rap-A-Lot and Virgin Records and was produced mainly by The Legendary Traxster with 8 songs. The album proved to be a huge success for the group, peaking at #27 on the Billboard 200 and #3 on... - FacemobFacemobFacemob was an American hip hop group put together by rapper Scarface. The group consisted of 350, DMG, Devin the Dude, Chi-Ray and Smit-D, with Scarface, producing and writing songs for the group's debut album....
- The Other Side of the LawThe Other Side of the LawThe Other Side of the Law is the debut album by rap group Facemob. It was released on August 7, 1996 through Rap-a-Lot Records and was primarily produced by Scarface and Mike Dean... - Ganksta N-I-PGanksta N-I-PRowdy Williams, better known as Ganksta N-I-P or Ganxsta Nip, is rapper from South Park, Houston, Texas and a member of the South Park Coalition, which he joined in 1987. In 1992 he released his debut album South Park Psycho. This record also help put the South Park Coalition name on the map due...
- Psychotic GeniusPsychotic GeniusPsychotic Genius is the third album released by rapper, Ganksta N-I-P. It was released on February 20, 1996 through Rap-a-Lot Records and was produced by Mike Dean, Mike B, Gregory Jackson, Mezeio Jackson, Swift and N.O. Joe... - Various artists - 10th Anniversary10th Anniversary: Rap-a-Lot Records-Charts:...
1997
- ScarfaceScarface (rapper)Brad Terrence Jordan , better known by his stage name Scarface, is an American rapper, and recording artist from Houston, Texas and a member of the Geto Boys. He is originally from South Park, Houston.-Life and career:...
- The UntouchableThe UntouchableThe Untouchable is the fourth album from Houston hip hop artist Scarface. Scarface debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart for the first time in his career with the album; in addition it peaked at the top of the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart for two weeks, giving Scarface his second #1... - Big MikeBig MikeMichael Barnett, better known by his stage name Big Mike, is an American rapper from New Orleans, Louisiana. He was originally a member of Convicts with Houston rapper Mr. 3-2. Its album would be the first of many releases Mike would put out on Houston-based Rap-A-Lot Records...
- Still SeriousStill SeriousStill Serious is the second album released by rapper Big Mike, which was released on April 8, 1997, on Rap-a-Lot Records and featured production from Mike B., Mike Dean, Loranzo Samuels, and Tone Capone... - Ghetto TwiinzGhetto TwiinzThe Ghetto Twiinz were an American hip hop duo from New Orleans, Louisiana, composed of twin sisters Tonya and Tremethia Jupiter. From 1995 to 2001, the girls released four albums, all of which made it to the Billboard Charts.-Biography:...
- In That WaterIn That WaterIn That Water is the second album released by the Ghetto Twiinz. It was released on July 1, 1997 for Rap-A-Lot Records and Noo Trybe Records and featured production from Leroy "Precise" Edwards and Mike Dean... - SeagramSeagram MillerSeagram Miller was an American rapper from Oakland, California.Miller released three albums in his lifetime: The hard-edged and violent The Dark Roads and the more typically laid-back west coast style Reality Check. 1997's Souls on Ice was released posthumously after Miller's death. Miller was...
- Souls on IceSouls on IceSouls on Ice is the third and final studio album by American rapper Seagram. It was released posthumously on August 12, 1997, by Rap-A-Lot/Noo Trybe Records, a year after Seagram's passing. Seagram was murdered by gunfire on July 31, 1996, while shielding his long-time friend Gangsta P.The album... - Too Much TroubleToo Much TroubleToo Much Trouble is a defunct Rap group from Houston, Texas. The group produced three albums before disbanding in 1997.-Appearance:...
- Too Much Weight - 5th Ward Boyz5th Ward Boyz5th Ward Boyz is an American southern hip hop trio, based out of Houston, Texas. Their name is derived from Houston's Fifth Ward. The group signed to Rap-A-Lot Records following the Geto Boys' popularity on the label....
- Usual SuspectsUsual Suspects (album)Usual Suspects is the fourth album by the 5th Ward Boyz, released on November 18, 1997 through Rap-a-Lot Records.Most of the production came from Mike Dean, who had produced the majority of the group's previous three albums, and Leroy "Mr. Lee" Williams...
1998
- ScarfaceScarface (rapper)Brad Terrence Jordan , better known by his stage name Scarface, is an American rapper, and recording artist from Houston, Texas and a member of the Geto Boys. He is originally from South Park, Houston.-Life and career:...
- My HomiesMy HomiesMy Homies is a double-disc album by American rapper Scarface, released February 24, 1998 on Rap-A-Lot Records. The album features production by Mike Dean, Mr. Lee, N.O. Joe, Scarface and Tone Capone. It peaked at number 1 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums and at number 4 on the Billboard 200... - Devin the DudeDevin the DudeDevin Copeland , better known by his stage name, Devin the Dude, is a Houston hip hop artist, and rapper. He is best known for his unique rapping style, his long career signed to Rap-A-Lot Records, and his 2002 song, "Lacville '79"....
- The Dude - Do or DieDo or DieDo or Die is an American rap trio originally from Chicago, Illinois, consisting of group members Belo Zero, N.A.R.D. and AK-47. The trio has sold more than 3 million albums. The group experienced mainstream success with the gold single "Po Pimp", Produced by The Legendary Traxster off of their...
- Headz or TailzHeadz or TailzHeadz or Tailz is the second album released by rap group, Do or Die. It was released on April 7, 1998, by Rap-A-Lot Records/Virgin Records and was produced by The Legendary Traxster... - Geto BoysGeto BoysGeto Boys is a rap group from Houston, Texas, consisting of Scarface, Willie D and Bushwick Bill. The Geto Boys earned notoriety for its lyrics which included misogyny, gore, psychotic experiences, and necrophilia...
- Da Good Da Bad & Da UglyDa Good Da Bad & Da UglyDa Good Da Bad & Da Ugly is the seventh album by Houston Hip Hop group the Geto Boys, released in late 1998 on Rap-A-Lot/Virgin Records. Following the short-lived reunion of the group's three core members, Scarface, Willie D and Bushwick Bill, for 1996's acclaimed The Resurrection album, Bushwick... - Ghetto TwiinzGhetto TwiinzThe Ghetto Twiinz were an American hip hop duo from New Orleans, Louisiana, composed of twin sisters Tonya and Tremethia Jupiter. From 1995 to 2001, the girls released four albums, all of which made it to the Billboard Charts.-Biography:...
- No Pain No GainNo Pain No GainNo Pain No Gain is the third album released by the Ghetto Twiinz. It was released on September 22, 1998 for Rap-A-Lot Records and Noo Trybe Records and featured production from Leroy "Precise" Edwards, Mike Dean and J. Prince... - Blac MonksBlac MonksBlac Monks is a southern rap group consisting of Mr. 3-2, Da and Awol. In 1994 they released their debut album, Secrets of the Hidden Temple, on Rap-A-Lot Records. In 1998, Raheem and Quiet Storm joined Blac Monks on the album No Mercy....
- No Mercy - A-G-2-A-Ke - Mil Ticket
- Tela - Now or NeverNow or Never (Tela album)Now or Never is the second album by American rapper, Tela, released on October 16, 1998 through Rap-a-Lot Records. The album peaked at 49 on the Billboard 200 and 13 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums.-Track listing:#"Jetzt Oder Nie"- 1:52...
- Johnny P - The Next
- Ganksta N-I-PGanksta N-I-PRowdy Williams, better known as Ganksta N-I-P or Ganxsta Nip, is rapper from South Park, Houston, Texas and a member of the South Park Coalition, which he joined in 1987. In 1992 he released his debut album South Park Psycho. This record also help put the South Park Coalition name on the map due...
- Interview with a KillaInterview with a KillaInterview with a Killa is the fourth album released by rapper, Ganksta N-I-P. It was released on June 30, 1998 through Rap-a-Lot Records and featured production from Mike Dean, James Prince, J.B., Red Boy and Lakewood. The album peaked at #57 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums and #34 on the Top...
1999
- YukmouthYukmouthJerold Dwight Ellis, III, better known by his stage name Yukmouth, is a Grammy-nominated American rapper from East Oakland, Oakland, California. He is the founder of The Regime, Smoke-A-Lot Records and Godzilla Entertainment.-Career:He is a member of the platinum-selling rap duo Luniz along with...
- Thugged Out: The AlbulationThugged Out: The AlbulationThugged Out: The Albulation is the debut album by rapper Yukmouth, released November 3, 1998 on Rap-A-Lot Records. The album was produced by 88 Keys, Don Juan, Mike Dean, Mr. Lee and Tone Capone. It peaked at number 8 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums and at number 40 on the Billboard 200... - Big MikeBig MikeMichael Barnett, better known by his stage name Big Mike, is an American rapper from New Orleans, Louisiana. He was originally a member of Convicts with Houston rapper Mr. 3-2. Its album would be the first of many releases Mike would put out on Houston-based Rap-A-Lot Records...
- Hard to HitHard to HitHard to Hit is the third album released by rapper Big Mike, which was released on May 25, 1999, on Rap-a-Lot Records and was produced by Mike B., Mike Dean, and Mr. Lee... - 5th Ward Boyz5th Ward Boyz5th Ward Boyz is an American southern hip hop trio, based out of Houston, Texas. Their name is derived from Houston's Fifth Ward. The group signed to Rap-A-Lot Records following the Geto Boys' popularity on the label....
- Keep It Poppin'Keep It Poppin'Keep It Poppin', also known as P.W.A.: The Album... Keep It Poppin', is the fifth album by the 5th Ward Boyz, released on August 31, 1999 through Rap-a-Lot Records. The album was mostly produced by Derek "Grizz" Edwards, with Mr. Lee and 5th Ward Boyz member E-Rock also producing some tracks... - J Prince Presents - R.N.D.S.
2000
- ScarfaceScarface (rapper)Brad Terrence Jordan , better known by his stage name Scarface, is an American rapper, and recording artist from Houston, Texas and a member of the Geto Boys. He is originally from South Park, Houston.-Life and career:...
- The Last of a Dying BreedThe Last of a Dying BreedThe Last of a Dying Breed is the sixth solo album from rapper Scarface. The album was less successful commercially than his last few efforts, but more successful critically.The album includes the singles "Look Me in My Eyes" and "It Ain't, Pt. 2"... - Do or DieDo or DieDo or Die is an American rap trio originally from Chicago, Illinois, consisting of group members Belo Zero, N.A.R.D. and AK-47. The trio has sold more than 3 million albums. The group experienced mainstream success with the gold single "Po Pimp", Produced by The Legendary Traxster off of their...
- VictoryVictory (Do or Die album)Victory is the third album released by rap group, Do or Die. It was released on March 14, 2000 for Rap-A-Lot Records/Virgin Records and was produced by Irv Gotti... - Tela - The World Ain't EnuffThe World Ain't EnuffThe World Ain't Enuff is the third album released by American rapper Tela. It was released on September 19, 2000 through Rap-a-Lot Records and was produced by Tela himself and Slice Tee...
- Willie DWillie DWillie D is an American rapper who gained fame as the lead member of the pioneering rap group from Houston, Geto Boys. Despite his reputation for being a hardcore artist who pens often provocative lyrics, Willie D is known for his diligent work in the community and many of his songs contain...
- Loved by Few, Hated by Many
2001
- Dorasel - Unleash the Beast
- YukmouthYukmouthJerold Dwight Ellis, III, better known by his stage name Yukmouth, is a Grammy-nominated American rapper from East Oakland, Oakland, California. He is the founder of The Regime, Smoke-A-Lot Records and Godzilla Entertainment.-Career:He is a member of the platinum-selling rap duo Luniz along with...
- - Ghetto TwiinzGhetto TwiinzThe Ghetto Twiinz were an American hip hop duo from New Orleans, Louisiana, composed of twin sisters Tonya and Tremethia Jupiter. From 1995 to 2001, the girls released four albums, all of which made it to the Billboard Charts.-Biography:...
- Got It on My MindGot It on My MindGot It on My Mind is the fourth and final album released by the Ghetto Twiinz. It was released on March 27, 2001 for Rap-A-Lot Records and Noo Trybe Records and featured production from Leroy "Precise" Edwards, Mr. Lee and J. Prince... - SnypazSnypazSnypaz are a Chicago hip hop group formed in 1993. Their first release was the 1995 cassette tape Ridin' High; their 1996 EP, My Life as a Snypa, sold 80,000 copies. Relocating to Houston, TX, the group recorded tracks with Do or Die for their album Headz or Tailz, and soon after appeared on...
- Livin' in the ScopeLivin' in the ScopeLivin' in the Scope is the second album released by rap group, Snypaz. It was released on May 22, 2001 for Rap-A-Lot Records and was produced by The Legendary Traxster, Hurt-M-Badd and Mike Dean...
2002
- Devin the DudeDevin the DudeDevin Copeland , better known by his stage name, Devin the Dude, is a Houston hip hop artist, and rapper. He is best known for his unique rapping style, his long career signed to Rap-A-Lot Records, and his 2002 song, "Lacville '79"....
- Just Tryin' ta LiveJust Tryin' ta LiveJust Tryin' ta Live is the second album from rapper Devin the Dude. It was a minor critical success, but did not fare well commercially. It peaked at #61 on the Billboard 200 chart, but had no charting singles. It features high-profile guest appearances from Nas and Xzibit as well as production... - ScarfaceScarface (rapper)Brad Terrence Jordan , better known by his stage name Scarface, is an American rapper, and recording artist from Houston, Texas and a member of the Geto Boys. He is originally from South Park, Houston.-Life and career:...
- The FixThe Fix (album)In 2009, Pitchfork Media ranked the album at #185 on their Top 200 Albums of the 2000s list.-Track listing:-Samples:Safe*"I've Got Nothing to Lose But the Blues" by Gwen McCraeIn Cold Blood*"And This is Love" by Gladys Knight & The Pips... - OutlawzOutlawzOutlawz, formally known as Outlaw Immortalz, is an American hip hop group founded by Tupac Shakur in late 1995 after Shakur's release from prison. Collectively, they are probably best known for appearing in the video "Hit 'Em Up", in a diss track aimed at Biggie Smalls and other New York...
- Neva SurrendaNeva Surrenda-Chart positions:... - Hussein FatalHussein FatalBruce Washington , better known by his stage name, Hussein Fatal, is an American rapper and a member of Outlawz.-Murder of Tupac Shakur:...
- Fatal - LunizLunizThe Luniz were an American platinum-selling rap duo from Oakland, California, formed by the rappers Yukmouth and Numskull. They released an internationally successful hit in 1995 entitled "I Got 5 on It", two versions of which appeared on their album Operation Stackola...
- Silver & BlackSilver & BlackSilver & Black is the third studio album released by rap group, Luniz, released in 2002. It is their fourth album overall. It peaked at #53 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart.-Track listing:#"Street Money" – 3:45... - Big SykeBig SykeTyruss Himes, better known by his stage name Big Syke is an American rapper. His stage name is a revision of his childhood nickname, "Little Psycho"....
- Big SykeBig Syke (album)-Track listing:# "Intro " – 0:51# "Black Ball" – 4:05# "Frontline " – 4:58# "Come Over" – 3:41# "Watcha Thought" – 4:37# "To Pac" – 4:06# "I Wonder Why" – 4:29# "All the Time" – 4:38... - Do or DieDo or DieDo or Die is an American rap trio originally from Chicago, Illinois, consisting of group members Belo Zero, N.A.R.D. and AK-47. The trio has sold more than 3 million albums. The group experienced mainstream success with the gold single "Po Pimp", Produced by The Legendary Traxster off of their...
- Back 2 the GameBack 2 the GameBack 2 the Game is the fourth album released by rap group, Do or Die. It was released on August 13, 2002 for Rap-A-Lot Records/Virgin Records and was produced by The Legendary Traxster... - Tela - Double DoseDouble Dose (Tela album)Double Dose is the fourth album by American rapper, Tela. It was released on October 8, 2002 as his final album through Rap-a-Lot Records. Double Dose was also Tela's final charting album, peaking at 116 on the Billboard 200 and 18 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums.-Track listing:...
- ScarfaceScarface (rapper)Brad Terrence Jordan , better known by his stage name Scarface, is an American rapper, and recording artist from Houston, Texas and a member of the Geto Boys. He is originally from South Park, Houston.-Life and career:...
- Greatest Hits - YukmouthYukmouthJerold Dwight Ellis, III, better known by his stage name Yukmouth, is a Grammy-nominated American rapper from East Oakland, Oakland, California. He is the founder of The Regime, Smoke-A-Lot Records and Godzilla Entertainment.-Career:He is a member of the platinum-selling rap duo Luniz along with...
- United Ghettos of AmericaUnited Ghettos of AmericaUnited Ghettos Of America is a soundtrack to accompany the DVD Documentary by the same name released by Yukmouth in 2002.- Track listing :... - Geto BoysGeto BoysGeto Boys is a rap group from Houston, Texas, consisting of Scarface, Willie D and Bushwick Bill. The Geto Boys earned notoriety for its lyrics which included misogyny, gore, psychotic experiences, and necrophilia...
- Greatest Hits - Project Playaz - The Return
- FacemobFacemobFacemob was an American hip hop group put together by rapper Scarface. The group consisted of 350, DMG, Devin the Dude, Chi-Ray and Smit-D, with Scarface, producing and writing songs for the group's debut album....
- SilenceSilence (Facemob album)Silence' is the second and final album by Facemob. It was released on November 19, 2002 through Rap-a-Lot Records and peaked at 84 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums... - SnypazSnypazSnypaz are a Chicago hip hop group formed in 1993. Their first release was the 1995 cassette tape Ridin' High; their 1996 EP, My Life as a Snypa, sold 80,000 copies. Relocating to Houston, TX, the group recorded tracks with Do or Die for their album Headz or Tailz, and soon after appeared on...
- SnypazSnypaz (album)Snypaz is the self-titled third and final album released by rap group, Snypaz. It was released on November 19, 2002 for Rap-A-Lot Records and was produced by Mr. Lee, Mike Dean and J. Dubb...
2003
- ScarfaceScarface (rapper)Brad Terrence Jordan , better known by his stage name Scarface, is an American rapper, and recording artist from Houston, Texas and a member of the Geto Boys. He is originally from South Park, Houston.-Life and career:...
- Balls & My WordBalls & My WordBalls and My Word is the eighth studio album released by Scarface. Released on April 8, 2003 through Rap-a-Lot Records, Rap-a-Lot CEO, James Prince organized a studio album of unreleased songs recorded by Scarface that were outtakes from previous albums... - YukmouthYukmouthJerold Dwight Ellis, III, better known by his stage name Yukmouth, is a Grammy-nominated American rapper from East Oakland, Oakland, California. He is the founder of The Regime, Smoke-A-Lot Records and Godzilla Entertainment.-Career:He is a member of the platinum-selling rap duo Luniz along with...
- GodzillaGodzilla (album)Godzilla is the third studio album by rapper Yukmouth, released July 22, 2003 on Rap-A-Lot and Smoke-A-Lot Records.-Track listing:-Chart positions:... - Slim ThugSlim ThugStayve Jerome Thomas , better known as Slim Thug, Boss Hogg or Thug Boss, is an American rapper. He gained mainstream attention for his contribution to the popular single from rapper Mike Jones, "Still Tippin'"....
& Lil Keke - The Big UnitThe Big Unit (album)The Big Unit is a collaborative album released on August 7, 2003 by Slim Thug and Lil Keke. There is also a screwed and chopped version available.-Tracklist:... - DMGDMG (rapper)Harold Armstrong, better known as DMG , is an American rapper formally signed to Rap-a-Lot Records.-Career:...
- Black RouletteBlack RouletteBlack Roulette is the second and final studio album by rapper DMG. It was released on January 28, 2003 through Rap-a-Lot Records, nearly ten years after his previous album, Rigormortiz, was released.-Track listing:#"All Balls, No Brains"- 4:32... - Do or DieDo or DieDo or Die is an American rap trio originally from Chicago, Illinois, consisting of group members Belo Zero, N.A.R.D. and AK-47. The trio has sold more than 3 million albums. The group experienced mainstream success with the gold single "Po Pimp", Produced by The Legendary Traxster off of their...
- Pimpin' Ain't DeadPimpin' Ain't DeadPimpin' Ain't Dead is the fifth album released by rap group, Do or Die. It was released on August 19, 2003 for Rap-A-Lot Records/Virgin Records and was produced by The Legendary Traxster. The album peaked at #115 on the Billboard 200 and #17 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums.-Track listing:#"One More... - DirtyDirty (group)Dirty is a hip hop duo from Montgomery, Alabama, composed of cousins Big Pimp and Mr. G Stacka The Gangsta...
- Love Us or Hate UsLove Us or Hate UsLove Us or Hate Us is the fourth album released by rap group, Dirty. It was released on September 30, 2003 through Rap-a-Lot Records and featured production from Dirty, Mike Jackson and R. Kelly... - Criminal Manne - Neighborhood Dope Manne
- Do or DieDo or DieDo or Die is an American rap trio originally from Chicago, Illinois, consisting of group members Belo Zero, N.A.R.D. and AK-47. The trio has sold more than 3 million albums. The group experienced mainstream success with the gold single "Po Pimp", Produced by The Legendary Traxster off of their...
- Greatest HitsGreatest Hits (Do or Die album)-Track listing:#"Alpha & Omega"#"Po Pimp" featuring Twista and Johnny P.#"Paper Chase" featuring Twista#"Playa Like Me"#"U Already Know" featuring E-40#"Kill or Be Killed"#"Shut Em Down"#"Still Po Pimpin" featuring Twista and Johnny P.#"Just Ballin"...
2004
- Devin the DudeDevin the DudeDevin Copeland , better known by his stage name, Devin the Dude, is a Houston hip hop artist, and rapper. He is best known for his unique rapping style, his long career signed to Rap-A-Lot Records, and his 2002 song, "Lacville '79"....
- To Tha X-TremeTo tha X-TremeTo tha X-Treme is the third solo album from rapper Devin the Dude. The album peaked at #55 on the Billboard 200. It features a high-profile guest appearance from 8Ball.-Track listing:-Charts:... - Thug Lordz - In Thugz We TrustIn Thugz We TrustIn Thugz We Trust is the debut collaboration album by American rappers C-Bo and Yukmouth . The album was released March 30, 2004 on West Coast Mafia Records and Smoke-A-Lot Records. It peaked at number 63 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums and at number 47 on the Billboard Top Heatseekers...
- Z-RoZ-RoJoseph Wayne McVey , better known by his stage name Z-Ro, is an American rapper, singer and producer from Houston, Texas. He was named one of America's most underrated rappers by the New York Times.-Early life:...
- The Life of Joseph W. McVeyThe Life of Joseph W. McVeyThe Life of Joseph W. McVey is the 8th solo album by Z-Ro. This album also spawned the only charted single by Z-Ro with I Hate U Bitch which charted number seventy-five on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks.-Track listing:... - Hi-CHi-C (rapper)Hi-C is an American rap artist. He has collaborated with DJ Quik and AMG.-Singles:*I'm Not Your Puppet *Leave My Curl Alone *Sittin In The Park *Got It Like That *Let Me Know...
- The Hi-Life HustleThe Hi-Life HustleThe Hi-Life Hustle is the third solo album by rapper Hi-C. It was released on October 21, 2003 through Rap-A-Lot Records.-Track listing:# Hi-Life Intro# Say Woop # I Don't Wanna Know... - Various artists - The Day After Hell Broke LooseThe Day After Hell Broke LooseThe Day After Hell Broke Lose is a compilation album released by Rap-a-Lot Records in conjunction with producer Bigg Time.-Background:Production was entirely handled by Bigg Time, with famed souther hip hop producer and frequent Rap-a-Lot contributor Mike Dean providing mixing, master and drum...
- UTPUTP (group)UTP was an American rap group composed of New Orleans rappers Juvenile, Wacko and Skip.The group was formed by Juvenile after he left Cash Money Records in 2002 and originally consisted of Juvenile, Wacko, Skip, Corey Cee, Soulja Slim and Young Buck. The group's first release was The Compilation,...
- The Beginning of the EndThe Beginning of the End (UTP album)The Beginning of the End is the debut studio album by UTP, released on May 18, 2004 through Rap-a-Lot Records.- Background :The Beginning of the End marked UTP's first studio album after having previously releasing two compilation albums in 2002 and 2003... - 5th Ward Boyz5th Ward Boyz5th Ward Boyz is an American southern hip hop trio, based out of Houston, Texas. Their name is derived from Houston's Fifth Ward. The group signed to Rap-A-Lot Records following the Geto Boys' popularity on the label....
- Greatest Hits - YukmouthYukmouthJerold Dwight Ellis, III, better known by his stage name Yukmouth, is a Grammy-nominated American rapper from East Oakland, Oakland, California. He is the founder of The Regime, Smoke-A-Lot Records and Godzilla Entertainment.-Career:He is a member of the platinum-selling rap duo Luniz along with...
- United Ghettos of America Vol. 2United Ghettos of America Vol. 2United Ghettos of America Vol. 2 is a soundtrack to accompany the DVD documentary by the same name released by Yukmouth in 2004. The soundtrack appeared on Billboards "Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums" chart at number 44 in 2004.- Track listing :... - UTP - Nolia ClapNolia Clap (EP)Nolia Clap is an EP by UTP, released on November 23, 2004 as a joint release through Rap-a-Lot Records and Asylum Records.After the success of UTP's single "Nolia Clap", Rap-a-Lot released a seven-track EP to capitalize on the single's success...
2005
- Lil Flip & Z-RoZ-RoJoseph Wayne McVey , better known by his stage name Z-Ro, is an American rapper, singer and producer from Houston, Texas. He was named one of America's most underrated rappers by the New York Times.-Early life:...
- Kings of the SouthKings of the SouthKings of the South is a collaboration album by rappers Lil' Flip and Z-Ro.-Tracklisting:#"King of the South"#"Fuck Dat Nigga" #"Burbans & Lacs"#"Uncut"#"Grown Man"#"Da Cops" #"Art of War"... - Geto BoysGeto BoysGeto Boys is a rap group from Houston, Texas, consisting of Scarface, Willie D and Bushwick Bill. The Geto Boys earned notoriety for its lyrics which included misogyny, gore, psychotic experiences, and necrophilia...
- The Foundation - Z-RoZ-RoJoseph Wayne McVey , better known by his stage name Z-Ro, is an American rapper, singer and producer from Houston, Texas. He was named one of America's most underrated rappers by the New York Times.-Early life:...
- Let the Truth Be Told - Pimp CPimp CChad Lamont Butler , better known by his stage name Pimp C, was an American rapper, singer, and producer...
- Sweet James Jones StoriesSweet James Jones StoriesSweet James Jones Stories is the solo debut album by Pimp C. Released on Rap-A-Lot Records. Producers include Leroy Williams, Wendell Springer, & Mike Dean... - Bun BBun BBernard Freeman better known by his stage name Bun B, is an American rapper and was one half of the southern hip hop duo UGK . He is also a guest lecturer at Rice University located in Houston, Texas...
- TrillTrill (album)-Samples:The Inauguration*"Hail to the Chief"Draped Up/Draped Up *"Pimp Tha Pen" by DJ ScrewPushin*"Keep On Pushing me" by The ImpressionsThe Story*"All The Time You Need" by ChansonGit It... - DirtyDirty (group)Dirty is a hip hop duo from Montgomery, Alabama, composed of cousins Big Pimp and Mr. G Stacka The Gangsta...
- Hood StoriesHood StoriesHood Stories is the fifth album released by rap group, Dirty. It was released on August 16, 2005 through Rap-a-Lot Records and featured production from DaClub Bangaz, Mike Dean and Maximillion...
2006
- Do or DieDo or DieDo or Die is an American rap trio originally from Chicago, Illinois, consisting of group members Belo Zero, N.A.R.D. and AK-47. The trio has sold more than 3 million albums. The group experienced mainstream success with the gold single "Po Pimp", Produced by The Legendary Traxster off of their...
- Get That PaperGet That PaperGet That Paper is the seventh album released by rap group, Do or Die. It was released on March 28, 2006 for Rap-A-Lot Records/Asylum Records and was produced by The Legendary Traxster... - Z-RoZ-RoJoseph Wayne McVey , better known by his stage name Z-Ro, is an American rapper, singer and producer from Houston, Texas. He was named one of America's most underrated rappers by the New York Times.-Early life:...
- I'm Still Livin'I'm Still Livin'I'm Still Livin is the tenth solo album by Houston rapper Z-Ro, which was released on November 7, 2006. This album was the 2nd of his 3 Rap-A-Lot albums he's been in prison on the released dates. The "screwed & chopped" version of the album was released on November 21, 2006... - Pimp CPimp CChad Lamont Butler , better known by his stage name Pimp C, was an American rapper, singer, and producer...
- PimpalationPimpalationPimpalation is the second solo album by Pimp C released on July 11, 2006."I'm Free," featuring a sample of Free Fallin' by Tom Petty, is the first single from the album. Rolling Stone voted the single one of the year's best, placing it at #80 on its Top 100 list... - ScarfaceScarface (rapper)Brad Terrence Jordan , better known by his stage name Scarface, is an American rapper, and recording artist from Houston, Texas and a member of the Geto Boys. He is originally from South Park, Houston.-Life and career:...
- My Homies Part 2My Homies Part 2My Homies Part 2 is the ninth studio album by Scarface and follow-up to his 1998 album, My Homies. Released as a Double album, My Homies Part 2 was a success, having made it to 12 on the Billboard 200.-Track listing:4:58-Bonus Disc Tracks:... - TraeTraeFrazier Thompson III, better known by his stage name Trae, is an American rapper from Houston, Texas. He is a part of the underground rap collective Screwed Up Click. Trae and Z-RO, along with Dougie D, are the founding members of the group Guerilla Maab...
- RestlessRestless (Trae album)Restless is the third studio album by rapper Trae. It was released on June 27, 2006. This is Trae's first album to be released on Rap-A-Lot Records. The track entitled "The Truth" features 2Pac's verse from the song "Dumpin"-Track listing:... - Partners-N-CrimePartners-N-CrimePartners-N-Crime is a rap group from New Orleans, Louisiana, made up of Kango Slim and Mr. Meanor , friends raised in the 17th ward of New Orleans. Prime Time joined the group later on. The two earned a local buzz performing at various New Orleans talent shows, and eventually signed to Big Boy...
- Club BangazClub BangazClub Bangaz is the sixth album released by rap group, Partners-N-Crime. It was released on April 12, 2006 for UTP/Rap-A-Lot Records and was produced by KLC, Mike Dean and J. Prince. Club Bangaz peaked at #88 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums.... - Trilltown Mafia - It Goes Without Sayin
2007
- TraeTraeFrazier Thompson III, better known by his stage name Trae, is an American rapper from Houston, Texas. He is a part of the underground rap collective Screwed Up Click. Trae and Z-RO, along with Dougie D, are the founding members of the group Guerilla Maab...
- Life Goes OnLife Goes On (Trae album)Life Goes On is the fourth studio album by rapper Trae. It was released on October 23, 2007. Guest features include Lil' Wayne, Jody Breeze, Jadakiss, Styles P, Slim Thug, Dallas, Yung Joc, and many more. The first single was "Screwed Up" featuring Lil' Wayne.The S.L.A.B.-ED version of the album... - Devin the DudeDevin the DudeDevin Copeland , better known by his stage name, Devin the Dude, is a Houston hip hop artist, and rapper. He is best known for his unique rapping style, his long career signed to Rap-A-Lot Records, and his 2002 song, "Lacville '79"....
- Waitin' to InhaleWaitin' to InhaleWaitin' to Inhale is the fourth solo album by Rap-A-Lot Records artist, Devin the Dude. The album peaked at #30 on the Billboard 200, making this his highest charting album to date. It features high-profile guest appearances from André 3000, Snoop Dogg, Lil Wayne, and Bun B. As of December 2007,... - Z-RoZ-RoJoseph Wayne McVey , better known by his stage name Z-Ro, is an American rapper, singer and producer from Houston, Texas. He was named one of America's most underrated rappers by the New York Times.-Early life:...
- PowerPower (Z-Ro album)King of tha Ghetto: Power is the eleventh solo album by Z-Ro. It was released on May 8, 2007. All the album's production comes from Z-RO. The "Screwed & Chopped" version was released May 22, 2007. The album sold 5,000 copies in its first week. It has sold 20,000 to date.-Track listing:# "Bud Sack"... - ScarfaceScarface (rapper)Brad Terrence Jordan , better known by his stage name Scarface, is an American rapper, and recording artist from Houston, Texas and a member of the Geto Boys. He is originally from South Park, Houston.-Life and career:...
- MadeMade (album)Made is the tenth studio album released by rapper Scarface. It was released on December 4, 2007 and was both critically and commercially successful, making it to 17 on the Billboard 200 and 2 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums.... - DirtyDirty (group)Dirty is a hip hop duo from Montgomery, Alabama, composed of cousins Big Pimp and Mr. G Stacka The Gangsta...
- The Art of StorytellingThe Art of Storytelling (Dirty album)The Art of Storytelling is the sixth album released by rap group, Dirty. It was released on June 12, 2007 through Rap-a-Lot Records and was produced by Terrence Cash and James Prince. The Art of Storytelling only made it to #40 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums, becoming their only major studio album... - UTPUTP (group)UTP was an American rap group composed of New Orleans rappers Juvenile, Wacko and Skip.The group was formed by Juvenile after he left Cash Money Records in 2002 and originally consisted of Juvenile, Wacko, Skip, Corey Cee, Soulja Slim and Young Buck. The group's first release was The Compilation,...
- Back Like We Left SomethingBack Like We Left SomethingBack Like We Left Something is the second full-length studio album by UTP. It is their fourth release overall including the 2002 compilation The Compilation and 2004 EP Nolia Clap, released on July 24, 2007 through Rap-a-Lot Records.-Background:...
2008
- YukmouthYukmouthJerold Dwight Ellis, III, better known by his stage name Yukmouth, is a Grammy-nominated American rapper from East Oakland, Oakland, California. He is the founder of The Regime, Smoke-A-Lot Records and Godzilla Entertainment.-Career:He is a member of the platinum-selling rap duo Luniz along with...
- Million Dollar MouthpieceMillion Dollar MouthpieceMillion Dollar Mouthpiece is the fourth studio album by rapper Yukmouth, released February 12, 2008 on Rap-A-Lot and Smoke-A-Lot Records. Shortly after this release, Yukmouth left Rap-A-Lot Records.- Track listing :# "West Coast Don"... - ScarfaceScarface (rapper)Brad Terrence Jordan , better known by his stage name Scarface, is an American rapper, and recording artist from Houston, Texas and a member of the Geto Boys. He is originally from South Park, Houston.-Life and career:...
- The Best of Scarface - Devin the DudeDevin the DudeDevin Copeland , better known by his stage name, Devin the Dude, is a Houston hip hop artist, and rapper. He is best known for his unique rapping style, his long career signed to Rap-A-Lot Records, and his 2002 song, "Lacville '79"....
- Greatest Hits - YukmouthYukmouthJerold Dwight Ellis, III, better known by his stage name Yukmouth, is a Grammy-nominated American rapper from East Oakland, Oakland, California. He is the founder of The Regime, Smoke-A-Lot Records and Godzilla Entertainment.-Career:He is a member of the platinum-selling rap duo Luniz along with...
- Greatest Hits - Bun BBun BBernard Freeman better known by his stage name Bun B, is an American rapper and was one half of the southern hip hop duo UGK . He is also a guest lecturer at Rice University located in Houston, Texas...
- II TrillII Trill-Samples:You're Everything*"Cry for You" by JodeciPop It 4 Pimp*"Back That Azz Up" by JuvenileUnderground Thang*"Steppin' Out" by Steel PulseAngel In The Sky*"Ribbon in the Sky" by Stevie Wonder-Chopped-Up Not Slopped-Up:... - Pimp CPimp CChad Lamont Butler , better known by his stage name Pimp C, was an American rapper, singer, and producer...
- Greatest Hits - Geto BoysGeto BoysGeto Boys is a rap group from Houston, Texas, consisting of Scarface, Willie D and Bushwick Bill. The Geto Boys earned notoriety for its lyrics which included misogyny, gore, psychotic experiences, and necrophilia...
- Best of the Geto BoysBest of the Geto BoysBest of the Geto Boys is a compilation album by rap group Geto Boys that was released in 2008.Tracks overlap for a few seconds "Geto Boys!" but not train wrecked.- Track listing :... - ABNABN (rap duo)ABN or Assholes by Nature is a rap duo consisting of Houston, Texas-based artists Trae and Z-RO. They have released two albums, Assholes by Nature and It Is What It Is .-Background:...
- It Is What It Is - Geto Boys/Scarface - Best Of Geto Boys & Scarface
- Z-RoZ-RoJoseph Wayne McVey , better known by his stage name Z-Ro, is an American rapper, singer and producer from Houston, Texas. He was named one of America's most underrated rappers by the New York Times.-Early life:...
- Crack - Various Artists - Rap-A-Lot's Greatest Hits
- Devin the DudeDevin the DudeDevin Copeland , better known by his stage name, Devin the Dude, is a Houston hip hop artist, and rapper. He is best known for his unique rapping style, his long career signed to Rap-A-Lot Records, and his 2002 song, "Lacville '79"....
- Hi Life - TraeTraeFrazier Thompson III, better known by his stage name Trae, is an American rapper from Houston, Texas. He is a part of the underground rap collective Screwed Up Click. Trae and Z-RO, along with Dougie D, are the founding members of the group Guerilla Maab...
- The Beginning - Various Artists - Rap-A-Lot Street Classics Vol. 1
- ScarfaceScarface (rapper)Brad Terrence Jordan , better known by his stage name Scarface, is an American rapper, and recording artist from Houston, Texas and a member of the Geto Boys. He is originally from South Park, Houston.-Life and career:...
- EmeritusEmeritus (Scarface album)Emeritus is the eleventh studio album by American rapper Scarface, released December 2, 2008 on Rap-a-Lot Records in the United States. He has stated that it is his final studio album. The album debuted at number 24 on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart, selling 42,000 copies in its first week...
2009
- Z-RoZ-RoJoseph Wayne McVey , better known by his stage name Z-Ro, is an American rapper, singer and producer from Houston, Texas. He was named one of America's most underrated rappers by the New York Times.-Early life:...
- Greatest Hits - ScarfaceScarface (rapper)Brad Terrence Jordan , better known by his stage name Scarface, is an American rapper, and recording artist from Houston, Texas and a member of the Geto Boys. He is originally from South Park, Houston.-Life and career:...
- Greatest Features - Damm D - Never Forget Loyalty (N.F.L.)
- Z-RoZ-RoJoseph Wayne McVey , better known by his stage name Z-Ro, is an American rapper, singer and producer from Houston, Texas. He was named one of America's most underrated rappers by the New York Times.-Early life:...
- Cocaine
2010
- Z-RoZ-RoJoseph Wayne McVey , better known by his stage name Z-Ro, is an American rapper, singer and producer from Houston, Texas. He was named one of America's most underrated rappers by the New York Times.-Early life:...
- Heroin - Bun BBun BBernard Freeman better known by his stage name Bun B, is an American rapper and was one half of the southern hip hop duo UGK . He is also a guest lecturer at Rice University located in Houston, Texas...
- Trill O.G.Trill O.G.Trill O.G. received mixed to positive reviews from most music critics. At Metacritic, which assigns a normalized rating out of 100 to reviews from mainstream critics, the album received an average score of 59, based on 9 reviews, which indicates "mixed or average reviews." However, Trill OG was... - Pimp CPimp CChad Lamont Butler , better known by his stage name Pimp C, was an American rapper, singer, and producer...
- The Naked Soul Of Sweet Jones - Various Artists - Sex, Money, & Drugs
- Various Artists - Street Life
- Various Artists - Swagger Check
- Various Artists - Crazy & Psychotic Vol. 1
- Various Artists - Number 1 Streets Hits
- Various Artists - Gangstas And Hustlers
- Various Artists - Greatest Features
Upcoming Releases
- A.B.N. (TraeTraeFrazier Thompson III, better known by his stage name Trae, is an American rapper from Houston, Texas. He is a part of the underground rap collective Screwed Up Click. Trae and Z-RO, along with Dougie D, are the founding members of the group Guerilla Maab...
& Z-RoZ-RoJoseph Wayne McVey , better known by his stage name Z-Ro, is an American rapper, singer and producer from Houston, Texas. He was named one of America's most underrated rappers by the New York Times.-Early life:...
) - It Still Is What It Is (2011) - JuvenileJuvenile (rapper)Terius Gray, better known by his stage name Juvenile, is an American rapper, He is also a former member of hip-hop group the Hot Boys . At the age of 19, he began recording raps, releasing his debut album Being Myself in 1995...
- TBA (2011) - Bun BBun BBernard Freeman better known by his stage name Bun B, is an American rapper and was one half of the southern hip hop duo UGK . He is also a guest lecturer at Rice University located in Houston, Texas...
- TBA (2011) - Pimp CPimp CChad Lamont Butler , better known by his stage name Pimp C, was an American rapper, singer, and producer...
- TBA (2011)
Z-RO "Meth"